CARDIAC CATH RECOVERY RN

Covenant HealthCare•Saginaw, MI

10h

About The Position

The CVRU Registered Nurse provides patient care in accordance with Covenant HealthCare’s Vision, Mission, Values, and standards of conduct. Working under the supervision of the Manager and Coordinator, the RN is accountable for helping patients move through hospitalization as rapidly, safely, effectively, and uneventfully as possible. The nurse delegates, supervises, and implements care in a knowledgeable, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner, following applicable standards and policies. The role includes clinical contact with adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, and requires age-appropriate assessment and care. The RN also performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Nursing degree (AND, Diploma, or BSN) from an accredited school of nursing.
Current license to practice professional nursing (RN) in the State of Michigan.
ACLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
BLS certification required.
Knowledge of cardiac catheterization laboratory special procedures.
Basic computer skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills when working with patients, families, and coworkers.
Ability to remain calm during high work volume and crisis situations.
Ability to independently, efficiently, and effectively problem-solve and prioritize unit needs.

Nice To Haves

Previous critical care experience.
Previous unit-specific experience.

Responsibilities

Model Covenant’s Mission, Vision, and Values and demonstrate customer service consistent with the Code of Conduct.
Assess, care for, and treat adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients according to age-appropriate care guidelines.
Communicate professionally, therapeutically, and courteously with patients and families.
Collaborate with health care disciplines to support patient outcomes, assess discharge readiness, and anticipate discharge needs.
Identify patient learning needs and ability to follow through, including with discharge instructions, and take appropriate steps to address those needs.
Use nursing judgment and critical thinking within the nursing process.
Administer medications according to Patient Service guidelines and policies.
Document patient care observations and interventions accurately, clearly, and promptly in the electronic record, following established policies.
Participate actively in quality management.
Maintain knowledge, skills, and competencies related to the practice area and patient age groups.
Observe legal requirements in patient care and unit operations; protect patient rights and confidentiality; and support risk management activities.
Participate in patient care and unit activities to meet regulatory, patient safety, infection control, and safety requirements.
Participate in unit meetings and activities that support unit function and organizational goals.
Maintain glucose, ACT, and NIH Stroke Scale certifications.
Follow unit and department policies, procedures, and structural standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.